Clam vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Differences between clam and star anise
- Clam has more vitamin B12 and selenium, while star anise has more iron, fiber, manganese, calcium, vitamin B6, magnesium, and copper.
- Clam's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 4120% higher.
- Star anise contains 75 times less sodium than clam. Clam contains 1202mg of sodium, while star anise contains 16mg.
- Clam has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of clam is 27, while the glycemic index of star anise is 89.
The food types used in this comparison are Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Spices, anise seed.
Infographic
Infographic link
Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1180% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +844.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +602.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +129.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1215.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +94.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +130% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +968.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +46.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +190% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +126.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +490.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
25.55 g
Fats:
1.95 g
Carbs:
5.13 g
Water:
63.64 g
Other:
3.73 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +567.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +715.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +875% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +86.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.188 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.172 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.552 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5586% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +470.7% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Vitamin B12 | 98.89µg | 0µg | 4120% |
| Iron | 2.81mg | 36.96mg | 427% |
| Selenium | 64µg | 5µg | 107% |
| Fiber | 0g | 14.6g | 58% |
| Manganese | 1mg | 2.3mg | 57% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 646mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1202mg | 16mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.65mg | 42% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 170mg | 36% |
| Copper | 0.688mg | 0.91mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.172g | 9.78g | 24% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 1441mg | 24% |
| Zinc | 2.73mg | 5.3mg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Fats | 1.95g | 15.9g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.552g | 3.15g | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 171µg | 16µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.34mg | 16% |
| Protein | 25.55g | 17.6g | 16% |
| Carbs | 5.13g | 50.02g | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 338mg | 440mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.426mg | 0.29mg | 10% |
| Calories | 148kcal | 337kcal | 9% |
| Folate | 29µg | 10µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.797mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.354mg | 3.06mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.188g | 0.586g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.13g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.286mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.112mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.798mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.909mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.576mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.915mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.138g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.146g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.104g | 0g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
983%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
129%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 1186mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Clam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.398g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Clam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Clam is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sugar?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
?
It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.